Doug Joseph's Email & Phone Number

💼 Past Experience

I have been a Founder and CEO at Serif Creative in 831 S. Front St. Columbus, OH 43206. We help brands realize strategic vision and creative execution through our business knowledge and commitment to craftsmanship.Executive Director, Columbus International Film & Animation Festival at The Film Council of Greater Columbus, Inc in Columbus, Ohio Area.I started my current role at Serif Creative in fall of 2017 as Executive Director. I am responsible for developing and directing Columbus International Film & Animation Festival, which is the largest film and animation festival in the tri-state area and one of the most important programming attractions for the city of Columbus. prior to this, I wasDirector of Film Programs and External Affairs at The Film Council of Greater Columbus, Inc., which is a non-profit arts organization located in Columbus, Ohio. I have served as the organization’s Director of Film & Animation since fall of 2014.I was born and raised in northeast Ohio and attended the University of Akron (BA in Marketing) and The Ohio State University (MS in Film Production, Class of ’02). I have worked in film and animation since I graduated from university. My most recent role at Serif Creative is as Executive Director. At Serif Creative, I am responsible for developing and directing Columbus International Film & Animation Festival, which is the largest film and animation festival in the tri-state area and one of the most important programming attractions for the city of Columbus. I am also the Director of Film Programs and External Affairs at The Film Council of Greater Columbus, Inc., which is a non-profit arts organization located in Columbus, Ohio. I have served as the organization’s Director of Film & Animation for the past four years. I am also a graduate of the Program in Art, Design and Merchandising at Ohio State University.

🎓 Education

- B.S. in economics from the Ohio State University in 2007Doug Joseph is a recent graduate of the University of Ohio with a B.S. in economics. Doug has worked in the banking and financial industry for the past few years, most notably as a human resources manager for a large company.Previously, Doug has taught economics at the University of Akron, where he was a part of the teaching staff for the Human Resources Department and the Bernard M. Musburger School of Business. Doug is a graduate of the Cleveland Institute of Management, where he earned a B.S. in economics in 2007.

💡 Technical & Interpersonal Skills

I have worked with Doug on various projects, starting with his work as Executive Director at the Columbus International Film Festival, a non-profit organization that focuses on global film and animation programming. Doug also worked as an Executive Director for the Film Council of Greater Columbus, Inc., a nonprofit educational organization. In his roles at both organizations, Doug supervised an annual budget of over $5 million and cultivated a professional staff of nearly 100 professionals.Doug has a vastual knowledge of both business and creative arts, having worked as both a business executive and creative artist. In his work with businesses, Doug developed businesses strategy, founded and served as the CEO of two companies, and primarily worked as a consultant. He has a deep understanding of how to manage complex projects and run successful businesses, and is known for developing innovative and efficient business processes. Additionally, Doug is an excellent communicator, able as a result of his business experience to developclose relationships with his clients and fellow professionals. He is also a good team player, being able to work well with others to achieve common goals.Doug's experience as a creative artist has given him a better understanding of how to communicate with his clients. He is also excellent at working with clients to get the most from their creative efforts, being able tohealilling rifts and help clients achieve their strategic goals. Doug is a skilled negotiator, working well to get the best results for his clients.Doug has also strong interpersonal skills, being able to work well with others to build consensus and create a cohesive team. He is a highly effective leader, able to marshal his team's resources to achieve common goals. Additionally, Doug has a deep understanding of human behavior and is excellent at able to build trust with his clients. Doug is also highly motivated and Zealous towards his work, never giving up on his projects and always putting the best interests of his clients first.Doug is highly skilled at both business and creative arts, having a vastual knowledge and experience in both. He is an excellent leader and team player, being able to marshal his team's resources to achieve common goals. Additionally, Doug has a deep understanding of human behavior and is excellent at building trust with his clients. He is also highly motivated and Zealous towards his work, never giving up on his projects and always putting the best interests of his clients first.